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VILLAGE JUDGING
We know from previous years that the Tidy Towns judges will be in the village this week.
Please help us keep it clean and tidy.
Also we thank all who came to support our Nature Walk and Bonfire night last Saturday and all that helped out to make it a success.
THE 7 TREE CEREMONY The unveiling and blessing of the 7 trees and stone with the 7 signatories of the Proclamation will take place this Wednesday,June 22nd on the school grounds. The school concert takes place from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm and directly after, this small ceremony will take place. Tommy Murray who played the angry bishop form The Field play, will read the Proclamation. All are welcome. Be part of history.
PLAYGROUND
The new kids playground beside the Quarry Park,is now open.Congrats to all involved on such a wonderful achievement.
CASHEL G.A.A.
Cashel GAA volunteers will be in your area in the coming weeks in relation to Cashel GAA Night at the Dogs Admission/Draw tickets. Fun night at the Races in Mullingar Greyhound Stadium for all the family with a chance to win €1000 for every Adult ticket purchased.Tickets are €20 each. Your support is greatly appreciated.
PLAYGROUND
The new kids playground beside the Quarry Park,is now open.Congrats to all involved on such a wonderful achievement.
Vacancy
There is a vacancy for a Fas worker in the the local GAA Club Grounds. Anyone interested in the post,please contact Club Secretary Bernie Farrell on 087 9262975. Or any member of the Executive
WALKING GROUP
The Walking Group continues on Saturday mornings leaving The Hill at 10.00 a.m. All are welcome.
INSULATION SERVICE
Free House Insulation service available. Check out the poster for eligibility criteria. Contact Terence on 086 3192721 for more information.
TRIP
A trip to the Fr.Patrick Peyton Memorial Centre ,Atytymass,Co.Mayo will take place on Tuesday the 26th of July 2016. The cost is €30 including refreshments,lunch and entertainment, Coach departs Kenagh at 9.00 a.m.,returning at 6.00 p.m. approx..To secure a place,please contact Rose Egan,kenagh,by post including contact details and payment.
LONGFORD VTOS
The Longford VTOS programme is now recruiting. It offers full time business and computer training free of charge.
To qualify you must be over 21 and in receipt of a social welfare payment.
If you are interested contact Maeve Madden,VTOS Co-
MUSIC CLASSES
Newtownforbes Longford CCÉ are taking expressions of interest for beginner and improver traditional music classes. Any adults or children interested should contact us on 0878507726 or newtownforbeslongfordcce@eircom.net
GOOD2TALK
Good2Talk is a non profit organisation with charitable status. We offer counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, families, couples and teenagers on a contribution basis. No more than €25, regardless of you income, you can access an effective professional counsellor within 72 hours of contacting our service. We help clients overcome low mood, panic, worry, depression, low self esteem, addiction, bereavement, anger and trauma.
We are located on 2 Keons Terrace, Longford and our contact number is 043 3347477
FITNESS CLASSES
Combo fitness classes (A mix of cardiovascular to music /pilates)
Every Monday at Kellihers dance studio Main street longford 7.30
Tuesday Cooney's Hotel Ballymahon 7.30
Wednesday (morning) Kellihers longford 11am.
Wednesday moydow 7.30
Thursday strokestown.percy french 7.30 pilates
LOURDES
If anyone wishes to go on the annual pilgrimage to Lourdes ,please contact Elizabeth Clyne at 043 33 25165.